What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bartender position at Sonesta Hotels?
Job Description Summary
The Bartender is responsible for consistently delivering results that contribute to the mission and overall success of the hotel by accomplishing performance objectives covering the social venues of the hotel. As a restaurant bartender you will craft and serve a variety of beverages, engage with guests, wait on tables, and contribute to the overall atmosphere and success of our restaurant.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Welcome and greet guests in a friendly and courteous manner.
Create and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with precision and consistency.
Take food orders and serve dishes to guests' tables.
Maintain an extensive knowledge of our drink and food menu.
Engage with guests, offer drink and food recommendations, and ensure their satisfaction.
Operate and maintain bar equipment and assist with serving equipment.
Ensure the bar and dining areas are clean, organized, and well-stocked at all times.
Prepare garnishes, syrups, and other drink ingredients in advance.
Adhere to responsible alcohol service guidelines and monitor guest consumption.
Check identification to verify the legal drinking age of guests.
Process payments accurately and efficiently, handling cash and credit card transactions.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work area, including bar tops, sinks, and dining sections.
Collaborate with kitchen staff, other servers, and management to ensure smooth service flow.
Follow all safety and sanitation procedures and report any issues to the manager.
Stay up-to-date on industry trends, new cocktail recipes, and beverage offerings.
Handle customer complaints or concerns professionally and seek assistance from management when necessary.
Upsell premium and specialty drinks and food items to increase revenue.
Participate in regular bar and dining area inventory and restocking procedures.
Assist in training new bar and server staff, as needed.
Qualifications:
Pay Range
We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics required by law.
Benefits
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.
The Bartender is responsible for consistently delivering results that contribute to the mission and overall success of the hotel by accomplishing performance objectives covering the social venues of the hotel. As a restaurant bartender you will craft and serve a variety of beverages, engage with guests, wait on tables, and contribute to the overall atmosphere and success of our restaurant.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Welcome and greet guests in a friendly and courteous manner.
Create and serve a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with precision and consistency.
Take food orders and serve dishes to guests' tables.
Maintain an extensive knowledge of our drink and food menu.
Engage with guests, offer drink and food recommendations, and ensure their satisfaction.
Operate and maintain bar equipment and assist with serving equipment.
Ensure the bar and dining areas are clean, organized, and well-stocked at all times.
Prepare garnishes, syrups, and other drink ingredients in advance.
Adhere to responsible alcohol service guidelines and monitor guest consumption.
Check identification to verify the legal drinking age of guests.
Process payments accurately and efficiently, handling cash and credit card transactions.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work area, including bar tops, sinks, and dining sections.
Collaborate with kitchen staff, other servers, and management to ensure smooth service flow.
Follow all safety and sanitation procedures and report any issues to the manager.
Stay up-to-date on industry trends, new cocktail recipes, and beverage offerings.
Handle customer complaints or concerns professionally and seek assistance from management when necessary.
Upsell premium and specialty drinks and food items to increase revenue.
Participate in regular bar and dining area inventory and restocking procedures.
Assist in training new bar and server staff, as needed.
Qualifications:
- Previous bartending and serving experience in a high-volume restaurant or bar setting is required.
- Knowledge of a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent multitasking and time management abilities.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- A passion for mixology and creating innovative drinks is a bonus.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry cases of liquor, trays of food, and other bar and dining supplies.
- Manual dexterity for preparing and garnishing drinks.
Pay Range
We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics required by law.
Benefits
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account with Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Sick Days
- Sonesta Hotel Discounts
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Various Employee Perks and Discounts
- Hospital Indemnity
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.
